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R46 CTW

1998 Suzuki GSF600

Red Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Apr 2024
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

59,011 mi
Last recorded59,011 miles
Recorded on6 Apr 2023
Typical for 1998 Suzuki GSF60024,586 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR46 CTW
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSF600
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 6 Apr 2023 59,011 miles
Pass 11 May 2019 57,256 miles

Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Exhaust slightly loose end can (6.1.2 (a))

Rear Nail in tyre ()

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 8 Mar 2017 55,544 miles
Pass 26 May 2016 55,389 miles
Pass 30 May 2015 52,814 miles

Rear mono-shock pivot worn but not excessive (2.4.B.4)

Pass 15 May 2014 49,971 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Rear mono-shock pivot worn but not excessive (2.4.B.4)

Pass 20 May 2013 47,300 miles
Fail 20 May 2013 47,300 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 15 May 2012 44,793 miles
Fail 14 May 2012 44,793 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 27 May 2011 42,030 miles

Rear mono-shock pivot worn but not excessive (2.4.B.4)

Pass 13 May 2010 40,190 miles
Fail 20 Mar 2009 38,018 miles

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 20 Mar 2009 38,018 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2008 34,919 miles
Fail 28 Mar 2008 34,919 miles

Front Floor brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.C2c)

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.5.1)

Pass 10 Mar 2007 33,029 miles

Front Headlamp aim headlamp damaged but function not impaired (1.2.3a)

How Reliable is the Suzuki GSF600?

Based on 257,530 MOT tests across 21,207 vehicles.

81.4%
Pass Rate
881
Miles/Year
31
Year Lifespan
21,207
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 4,807
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 3,584
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 3,281
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 3,053
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 1,662
Full Suzuki GSF600 reliability report

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R46 CTW is a 1998 Suzuki GSF600 in Red with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

Across all 1998 Suzuki GSF600 models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.9% with a typical mileage of 24,586 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Suzuki GSF600 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 4,807 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R46 CTW, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki GSF600 typically stays on UK roads for around 31 years. At 28 years old, this Suzuki GSF600 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was R46 CTW registered?

R46 CTW is a 1998 Suzuki GSF600, first registered on 6 January 1998.

Is R46 CTW safe to buy?

The MOT history for R46 CTW shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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